Original Sins

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“A fascinating and eye-opening look at how American schools have helped build and reinforce an infrastructure of racial inequality . . . a must-read for every American parent and educator.”— Esquire (Most Anticipated Books of 2025) “Though the argument of this book is bleak, it illuminates a path for a more just future that is nothing short of dazzling.”— Oprah Daily (Most Anticipated Books of 2025) “This book will transform the way you see this country.”—Michelle Alexander, author of The New Jim Crow If all children could just get an education, the logic goes, they would have the same opportunities later in life. But this historical tour de force makes it clear that the opposite is true: The U.S. school system has played an instrumental role in creating and upholding racial hierarchies, preparing children to expect unequal treatment throughout their lives. In Original Sins, Ewing